What this document is
The post-sale court order that lets the new owner take possession of the property, delivered by the sheriff with a move-out date. It arrives only after the sale has been completed and confirmed; even now, only the sheriff, not the buyer, may remove you.
Your clock
The vacate date on the notice, generally a matter of weeks. Courts can grant short extensions for hardship, and the buyer sometimes negotiates timing directly.
What to do this week
- 1
If the sale brought more than what you owed, claim your surplus funds from the court; they belong to you and are not mailed automatically.
- 2
Ask an attorney about a hardship stay if you need more time, and ask the new owner about relocation timing; a smooth handover is often worth money to them.
- 3
Line up the next address now and document the home’s condition when you leave.
What is still possible
At this point the ownership fight is over for practical purposes. What remains is time, possible surplus funds, and leaving on organized terms rather than chaotic ones.
Two minutes of questions tells you which of these options actually fit your numbers and your timeline.
See My Options, FreeEducational information, not legal advice. Deadlines reflect New Jersey law generally; your case may differ, and a licensed New Jersey attorney can confirm what applies.